Can having a low level of oil cause my engine to sputter and shut off?

Asked by Eddie Apr 28, 2015 at 11:04 AM about the 2002 Buick Park Avenue FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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There is a switch that shuts off fuel pump but it works from oil pressure not oil quantity. So yes, but it would have to be really low on oil because it does not measure how much is in crankcase only pressure click image

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